- possess strong organizational skills - work well under pressure - be able to multi-task - enjoy working with people - have fundraising experience (preferred) - take initiative - be a creative problem solver

The Global Autism Project is seeking a city leader for its signature fundraising event, the Paddle for Autism Awareness, to coordinate site-specific event planning this summer. The Global Autism Project works with children with autism in developing countries. Every summer, in several cities across the country, children with autism kayak (many of them for the first time in their lives) with their friends and families! This internship is an opportunity for motivated individual(s) to spearhead fundraising and planning efforts in their city prior to the event. This year's events will take place in Boston, New York City, Chicago, San Diego, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., Phoenix, Portland, OR, Seattle, WA and Denver, CO.

Duties will include:

- Coordinating logistics for event kick-off party - Coordinating logistics for kayaking event - Contacting local vendors for auction donations - Managing a team of volunteers - Communicating consistently with headquarters in NY - Participating in bi-weekly conference call with all city captains - Soliciting corporate and private sponsorships - Marketing event locally

For more information on the event, please visit: http://globalautismproject.org/paddle To be considered for this position or to volunteer in any capacity, please email laryn@globalautismproject.org.

Please send a resume and a cover letter specifying the city in which you wish to apply.